East Asia · Hong Kong SAR

Hong Kong Travel Guide

Flights, places to stay, and the best things to do in Hong Kong for travelers flying from Vietnam.

Hong Kong Travel Guide
Currency
Hong Kong Dollar (HKD)
Language
Cantonese, English
Timezone
UTC+8
Flight Time
2.5 hours from HCM

Overview

Hong Kong is a vertical city where dim sum carts roll through Michelin-starred restaurants, markets sell everything from jade to electronics, and the world's most iconic skyline lights up every night at 8pm. A 2.5-hour flight from HCM, Hong Kong packs more experiences per square kilometer than almost any city on earth.

Where to stay

Mid-range$50–120/night

Tsim Sha Tsui

Waterfront promenade with skyline views. Museums, shopping, and ferry to Hong Kong Island.

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Budget$25–60/night

Mong Kok

Densest neighborhood on earth. Night markets, street food, and the real Hong Kong.

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Luxury$150–500/night

Central / Wan Chai

Business district. Lan Kwai Fong nightlife. Victoria Peak access.

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Things to do

Victoria Peak

Take the Peak Tram to the top. Best views of the skyline. Go at sunset. Sky Terrace 428 for best vantage point.

Dim Sum at Tim Ho Wan

World's cheapest Michelin-starred restaurant. BBQ pork buns are legendary. Go early to avoid 1-hour queue.

Star Ferry

HK$2.70 for one of the world's most scenic ferry rides. Victoria Harbour between TST and Central.

Big Buddha (Lantau Island)

Giant bronze Buddha. Take the Ngong Ping 360 cable car for panoramic views.

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Best time to visit

October – December

Cool, dry, clear. Best weather of the year.

Travel tips

  • 1

    Octopus card is essential — works on MTR, buses, ferries, 7-Eleven, everything.

  • 2

    The MTR is the best subway in Asia. Clean, fast, English signage everywhere.

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